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Total Area: 230 Km2 GPS Location: 43º18´47,49´´ N Bourdeaux 2º 40´45,96´´ W (Gernika-Lumo) Biarritz Access from : Bilbao · road directions: Vitoria-Gasteiz Donostia-San Sebastián · N-634 / A-8 to Amorebieta-Etxano (Autzagane) / BI-635 to Gernika-Lumo. Madrid · BI-631 to Bermeo (Sollube), Lisboa -Bermeo. · public transport: Euskotren / Bizkaibus.

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02 Location 04 Busturialdea - Urdaibai 06 The villages of Busturialdea-Urdaibai 10 The 10 essentials 12 6 Routes to discover Urdaibai 18 Active and Nature Tourism 28 Gastronomic and Eno-tourism Reproduction of this publication in whole or in part without Culture and Heritage Restaurants URREMENDI’s authorization is 34 40 Donostia-San Sebastián expressly prohibited. © URREMENDI and Steak Houses 44 Accommodation 50 Other Leisure companies 52 Products and Souvenirs of Urdaibai 54 Useful telephone Creativity, texts, photographs and design: Nueva Europa S.L. numbers.

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Busturialdea - Urdaibai

Busturialdea-Urdaibai awakens to tourism. The restlessness and initiative of people to learn about our vital space and the venture of institutions and its inhabitants to value the resources of the territory, make us aware of our natural and cultural heritage. The beauty of the place is also an ingredient that is implicit in everyday life. The Tree of Gernika, the Oka river estuary with the wave of Mundaka ahead, San Juan de , the Cantabrian Holm- Groves, Gernika Jai Alai, the polychrome wood vault of San Andrés de Ibarrangelu, even the observatories or Matxitxako; these are just some of the important resources that the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve and Busturialdea have to offer.

4 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 5 Along with the small and picturesque towns that humanize the landscape, these values and resources are remnants of the elements that differentiate Urdaibai. The international dimension of the place generates interest by a certain type of tourist; one that travels for the desire to learn about other cultures, other customs, other flavours and other landscapes. This Guide provides key information that will help you plan your stay: resources, towns, museums, restaurants, accommodation, tourist and active leisure services that will undoubtedly contribute to making getting to know Urdaibai an unforgettable experience.

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Ea The Villages of Busturialdea - Urdaibai

Ajangiz A natural watchtower Torre Ercilla (XVI century), which houses the overlooking the Oka valley; it is eminently Arrantzaleen Museoa, or Fisherman’s Museum, and rural. Among its cultural heritage stands out San Juan de Gaztelugatxe are essential references. the Neoclassical style Church of the Ascension www.bermeokoudala.net and Auzokoa Farmhouse (XIX century) and the Mentzeta Tower House in Kanpantxu. Busturia Located between the salt marsh www.ajangiz.net and the Cantabrian Holm-oak groves, in the heart of the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, to its natural A passageway for pilgrims, it wealth we must add valuable assets such as the houses a rich historical legacy. To highlight are impressive Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción the monumental Church of Santo Tomás and the (XIV century) in Axpe, the Royal path and Txirapozu Castro de Arrola, an indigenous hill fort from the Palace. Torre Madariaga houses the Euskadi Iron Age (IV BC- I AD), recreated at Arrolagune Centre. www.busturia.org Interpretation Center. www.arratzu.com Ea The estuary, which separates its picturesque Bermeo This seafaring village, capital of town centre, joined by small bridges, leads to the in the XIII century, grew closely linked to port and an almost familiar beach. It is historically . Its old town still preserves the flavor of its linked to water wealth, the Urtubiaga foundry and medieval past. the rocky intertidal beach of Ogella. www.eakoudala.net 6 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 7 Elantxobe

Forua Ereño

B U Bermeo S T U R I Gautegiz A Arteaga The Villages of Busturialdea - Urdaibai

Elantxobe Perched high on the slopes To highlight: the Parochial Church of Santa Maria of Ogoño, overlooking the port, this small fishing de Idibalzaga and the baroque shrine of San village has evolved into a marina, without losing Antonio. www.errigoiti.net a bit of its authenticity. Some highlights are the Church of San Nicolás de Bari (XIX century) and Forua In its Roman settlement and beneath neoclassical buildings such as the Consistorio or the ground of the monumental Church of San Town Hall. www.elantxobe.eu Martín de Tours, is preserved a great part of the historical legacy of the region. We should also emphasize the natural charm of this rural Located at the foot of San Miguel de Ereño landscape and its paths within the salt marsh Ereñozar; a spectacular natural watchtower, where www.forua.net a medieval castle once stood. The houses in the town centre are all built with the local red stone, Its history of exploited as early as by Roman stonemasons. Gautegiz Arteaga mills and foundries becomes glamorous when Attention is drawn to its monumental Church of Napoleon III builds a castle for his wife Eugenia de San Miguel (XV century) which truly stands out. Montijo, near the salt marsh. Urdaibai Bird Center ww.ereno.org is close by; it’s a living museum for the sighting, diffusion and investigation of migratory birds. Errigoiti Rural and agricultural, its rich www.gautegizarteaga.com religious heritage reveals a mystical past and legendary history. 6 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 7 Gernika-Lumo

Ibarrangelu Kortezubi

Nabarniz

Sukarrieta

Santimamiñe, a prehistoric legacy, declared a The roots of the Gernika-Lumo World Heritage Site by UNESCO. rights and freedoms of the Basque people surface www.kortezubi.net in the emblematic Tree of Gernika, under which the Lordships were sworn and where today the “Lehendakari”, the president of the Basque Mendata It is immersed in a mountainous government, takes his oath of office. Other landscape, on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage highlights are the Peace Museum, Euskal Herria route. The Tower of Montalbán (XVI century), Museoa, the Park of the Peoples of Europe, and the gothic-Renaissance Church of San Miguel the traditional farmers market on Mondays. Arcángel, and the hermitage of San Juan and San www.gernika-lumo.net Lorenzo are some of the highlights. Its BTT Center is a reference for experienced athletes. www.mendata.es Ibarrangelu It possesses a wealth of treasures, among which stand out: a magnificent panoramic view of Urdaibai from San Pedro Morga On the Jacobean Route, seated Atxarre, the exclusive XVI century polychrome on a mountainous massiff, it offers a pastoral wood vault of the church of San Andrés and the interior landscape that houses historic areas such renowned beaches of Laida and Laga. as Meakaur, with its Renaissance church of San www.ibarrangelu.net Martín and the shrine. In Andra Mari, Palacio Zorroza (XVIII century) stands out. www.morgakoudala.com Kortezubi A landscape exposed to the salt marsh and an intimate atmosphere in the valley of Oma, known for its "Painted Forest". On horseback between both is the cave of

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Kortezubi Morga

M Mundaka U R U E T A Muxika

Mundaka On the mouth of the estuary, Nabarniz At the foot of mount from a vantage point, presided over by the Iluntzar, it offers spectacular landscapes, trekking, Church of Santa Maria, we discover a charming mountain trails and excellent local gastronomy. port, the beauty of the hermitage of Santa Important farmhouses of great historical value Catalina and the comings-and-goings of the grant it personality. Among its religious heritage surfers that, just a few meters away, defy the to mention, there’s the Church of Santa Maria de waves. This coastal village preserves its seafaring Gorostiza or the hermitage of Santiago Apóstol in spirit, its rural culture and pampers its traditions. Lekerika. www.nabarniz.org www.mundakaturismo.com Sukarrieta Its personality emerges Murueta The chimney of the old Tejera, from its tradition as a ‘summer’ spot. The island a vestige of an industrial past, stands on the edge of Txatxarramendi is a botanical garden that of the salt marsh, where we can also highlight captivates visitors with the spell of its dense the old wharf area, now modernized, and vegetation and spectacular viewpoint, at sea Maiukitza mill. It’s monumental Church of Santa level, which surprises at the end of the trail. Maria (XIX century) crowns the town center. www.sukarrieta-pedernales.com www.murueta.es

Muxika Traditionally agricultural, it is the most extensive town of the region (50km2). Its recondite villages, with well-preserved farmhouses, enjoy a rich heritage, such as the Tower House of Muxika, the hermitage of San Roman and the gothic hermitage of San Pedro and San Pablo. www.muxikakoudala.com 8 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 9 San Mundaka Juan de and its Gaztelugatxe left wave

1 2 Myths, legends An international and traditions reference on the surfing adhere to this circuit, it maintains its natural wonder seafaring spirit and a (Protected vibrant town centre Biotope). surrounding its small sea port. The 10 Essentials

5 6 7 Bermeo’s Urdaibai Port and Bird Old Town Center

Euskadi Biodiversity Centre. Madariaga Tower

Important inshore fishing port This tower house from the XV Exceptional bird observatory of the Cantabrian Coast; the century houses the Biodiversity located in the salt marsh, the fishing spirit emanates from Interpretation Centre whose aim heart of the Urdaibai Biosphere every corner of its old town. is to learn about and enjoy our Reserve, in Gautegiz Arteaga. natural heritage.

10 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 11 Tree of Gernika The Forest of Oma and and Assembly House Santimamiñe Cave

2 3 4 An international The General "Land-Art" in the reference on the surfing Assemblies of Biscay recondite valley of Oma; circuit, it maintains its since the Middle Ages on the foothills of the seafaring spirit and a and a symbol of the prehistoric site declared vibrant town centre rights and fundamental a UNESCO World surrounding its small freedoms of the Heritage Site. sea port. Basque people. The 10 Essentials

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Laida and Laga beaches. Ibarrangelu Ea

Two alluring beaches of the Genuine and picturesque, Its beauty, both rural and seafaring, Basque coast to practice surf and its town centre hangs from captivates at first sight. The kitesurf in the heart of Urdaibai; the hillside slopes of Ogoño picturesque town centre, full of where serene strolls bring us overlooking the port through charming spots, and its historic closer to the biodiversity of these steep and narrow streets. and natural heritage are worth sandbanks. discovering.

10 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 11 6 Routes to discover Urdaibai Local history, nature and culture are the driving force behind these routes, to learn the essentials of Busturialdea-Urdaibai.

Further into the salt marsh in Murueta, the old 1) The Tejera offers us an archaeological remnant. Once in Busturia, we will actually “set foot” on the authentic Royal path, with its ancient vineyards. Torre Royal Path Madariaga will draw us closer to biodiversity. It runs along the Gernika-Bermeo In Sukarrieta, learn the history of the Roman coast, retracing the footsteps of the anchorage of Portuondo; the botanical garden of the Island of Txatxarramendi with its gorgeous ancient Lordships of Biscay, who views; and take a break on San Antonio Beach. swore in the laws of the people of Biscay under the Tree of Gernika. Mundaka offers spectacular views of the from the watchtower and of the open sea Start off in the villa of Gernika-Lumo, where you from the charming hermitage of Santa Catalina. can see the Tree of Gernika, a symbol of the rights The route ends in Bermeo. Arrantzaleen Museoa, and freedoms of the Basque people; the Gernika or Fisherman’s Museum, the gothic cloister of the Jai Alai fronton -cathedral of ‘cesta punta’- and the Convent of San Francisco (1357), the Arc of San Gothic-Renaissance style Church of Santa Maria. Juan or the Church of Sta. Eufemia (XVI century), all In Forua, the Roman settlement and the Church of tell us its history. A visit to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe San Martín de Tours (XVII century) are essential to is a must. It will render you speechless. learn about the history of the region.

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The beauty of the Holm-oak forest reaches its fullness thanks to all the small villages on the of Urdaibai estuary. 6 Routes 2) to discover The Holm-oak Urdaibai forest region In Kortezubi, the cave of Santimamiñe Local history, nature and culture are the driving force behind these submerge you in pre-history; in Oma, the routes, to learn the essentials of Busturialdea-Urdaibai. silence of the valley whispers and enthralls the Painted Forest. The endangered wild fauna takes refuge in Basondo. In neighboring Gautegiz Arteaga, stop at the hermitage of San Lorenzo (XVI century) and the castle, which emerges from the landscape in which migratory birds replenish their strength, observed from the Urdaibai Bird Center. Ibarrangelu is a true example of diversity: the ofitas and dunes of the beaches of Laida and Laga contrast with the Holm-oak groves that surround them. Across, the viewpoint of San Pedro Atxarre offers an impressive panoramic view of the Urdaibai estuary and, once in the town center, the guided visit to the church of San Andrés with its spectacular vault will surprise you. Elantxobe with its vertical disposition, that fuses landscape and charm, houses neoclassic- style buildings (XIX century) and meets the sea in its small port. In Ea its picturesque town centre, separated by the estuary and market by successive bridges, is the counterpoint of its eminently rural neighborhoods of Natxitua and Bedarona; and its calm rocky coves like that of Ogella, of high environmental value.

Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 13 3) The Golako River Route

Runs along the countryside towns, rural-spirited, rising on both banks of the Golako River.

It begins in Ajangiz, a natural watchtower overlooking the fertile valley of Gernika-Lumo. The Church of the Ascension (XIX century), surprises for its size. In Mendata, the Montalbán Tower House (XVI century), its pentagonal shape is unique in the Basque Country and the church of San Miguel (XVI century). In the district of Marmiz, the vestiges of the forge and Olazarra mill suggest a strong bond between mankind and nature. Since the Middle Ages, Arratzu has been a coastal pilgrimage route on the way to Santiago, in ancient time crossing over the gorgeous Artzubi Romanesque bridge. The parish of Santo Tomás houses one of the most important baroque choirs in Biscay. In the district of Loiola, Arrolagune is the Interpretation Center of the Oppidum of Arrola, an archaeological site dating back to the II Iron Age.

Artzubi Bridge. Arratzu.

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4) Medieval Route

Traces history without leaving the extensive town of Muxika, of dispersed Church of Santa María de Ibarruri. Muxika. neighborhoods and sprinkled with a rich historical and cultural heritage.

Located in the neighborhood of San Roman is the emblematic Muxika Tower House (XVI century), converted into a rural palace when War of the Bands ended. The Hermitage of San Roman is a magnificent example of the pastoral religious architecture. Heading to the neighborhood of Ibarruri, we see Etxezarreta Palace, Olabarri mill and the gothic hermitage of San Pedro and San Pablo (XV-XVI century). Behind it, is the Church of Santa Maria (1930), of medieval inspiration, and a beautiful baroque Via Crucis. Further ahead, are the baroque palace of Ormaza and the Ibarruri Shoeing Frame. In the neighborhood of Unda, admire the Gothic Farmhouse. Unda Neighborhood. Muxika. architectonic beauty of its farmhouses from the late Middle Ages. In Magunas, eminently rural, emphasis is on the baroque-style hermitage of San Lorenzo, with its wooden choir. The Balcony of Biscay (Mendata) is nearby, a fabulous inland viewpoint of the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve.

Hermitage of San Pedro and San Pablo. Ibarruri. Muxika.

Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 15 5) Farmhouses and Stelae

A journey through the customs and traditions of towns and villages that Church of San Martín. Meakaur. Morga. are home to genuine natural and cultural jewels.

Start off from Muxika, in the Church of San Vicente, of great value for its Romanesque corbels on its south façade. On the way to Morga, at the summit of Gerekiz, of interest are the hermitage of San Esteban, of pre-Romanesque origin and its two Roman era (III and IV centuries) headstones. When you reach Andra Mari, Zorroza Palace (XVIII century) with its double-arc portico, is precursor and example of the style of many local farmhouses. In Meakaur, contemplating the Renaissance Church of San Martín, with its beautiful Mannerist door in the shape of a triumphal arc (XVI century) is truly a gift. Across is the hermitage of Santo Cristo Zorroza Palace. Morga. Crucificado, from 1766, although founded in 1515. The route ends in Errigoiti. In the district of Metxikas and Zallobante, next to the appealing recreational area ideal for families is the neoclassic church of San Lorenzo. In Elexalde, the temple of Sta. Maria de Idibaltzaga truly stands out. Across is the great San Antonio shrine, one of the best decorative ironworks in the whole region. A hike up Bizkaigane Mountain has its landscape rewards.

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6) From Prehistoric valleys to the hilltops of Urdaibai

History and nature go hand in hand in this profound and evocative route.

On the foothills of Santimamiñe, in Kortezubi, Climbing to mount the valley of Oma unfolds; an idyllic lush Arrola allows you to green and quiet setting in which you will visit a surprising fortified find extraordinary farmhouses and, resting town from the second Iron Age, currently from ancient toils, the mills of Bolunzulo and undergoing archaeological investigation. Olakoerrota. In Ereño, notorious for the reddish stone of its In Nabarniz, the highest village of Urdaibai quarries, exploited by the Romans as early as emerges the tower of the Church of Sta. Maria the first century AD, some of the highlights are de Gorritiz- Gorostizaga, of gothic origin. From a stilt granary and the Church of San Miguel, here, the Illuntzar mountain top, which offers a constructed with the stone from its quarries, spectacular panoramic view of Urdaibai and Lea- as well as several of the houses in the town Artibai is easily accessed. centre. In the district of Ikazurieta, the farmhouse An essential visit is the hermitage of San Ikazuriaga is preserved, it is over 500 years old Miguel de Ereñozar, with exceptional views and a colossal Oakwood structure (XVII century). of the mountains of the Duranguesado and In Lekerika, we find the Aldekoa farmhouse Gorbea; the estuary of Mundaka and to the (XVIII century), of dissuaded facade to include sea. Archeological excavations on the hilltop one or two floors of balconies, a peculiarity that have discovered the existence of several occurs only in farmhouses of this valley; it has an necropolises, and even a medieval castle. impressive Coat of Arms and a porch access with Further information on Urremendi and all a column with an ionic capital. Regional Tourism Offices.

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Trekking

Ikazuerita Farmhouse. Nabarniz.

Busturialdea-Urdaibai’s network of hiking trails lodges treasures of great cultural, scenic and ethnographic value. Mysterious hermitages, impressive farmhouses, hidden treasures and a spectacular natural landscape will surprise the traveller every step of the way.

· Request the trekking brochure at the Regional Tourism Office nearest you or download the routes and consult the network of hiking trails on: www.turismourdaibai.com

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BTT Routes There are 11 routes suitable for the practice of mountain-cycling in Busturialdea-Urdaibai; a journey through the region to "ride" and enjoy its landscapes.

Busturialdea-Urdaibai BTT Center Mendata Reception Point: Services: Idatze Etxea · Bycicle Rentals and GPS. Eleixalde district, s/n · Bicycle Wash. Tel.: 94 625 72 04 [email protected] · Showers and Dressing Rooms. www.btteuskadi.net · Information Point.

Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 19 The Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, a geology book whose pages cover 250 million years.

15 trekking routes, 28 panels, ,43 Places of Geological Interest Geo-tourism

Does a labyrinthine world exist beneath the Holm oak groves? Where does the water we consume come from? Why is Laida beach constantly changing? How does the Mundaka wave form? What myths and legends are associated to Geology? Where do the stones of our farmhouses or churches come from? Has Euskadi ever a tropical?

More information on: http://www.ingurumena.ejgv.euskadi.eus/libro/guia-lugares-interes-geologico/r49-12872/es/

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Surfing has a long-standing tradition in Busturialdea- Urdaibai. On the beaches of Laga and Laida and especially in Mundaka, a Mecca for international surfers and cradle of its world-renowned left wave, Surfing surfing is enjoyed 100%.

Boga-Boga Laga Surf Camp Mundaka Surf taldea Guided paddle Surf camp and school. Surf courses. surf tours. Ibarrangelu Mundaka Laida-Ibarrangelu Tel.: 667 737 397 / 94 627 63 16 Tel.: 94 687 68 41 Tel.: 656 71 09 50 www.lagasurfcamp.com www.bogaboga.eu Olatu [email protected] Matxitxako Nautika Professional, technical and Sailboat rental, with or recreational Scuba Diving. Hegaluze without a skipper. Bermeo Tourist boat tours. Bermeo Tel.: 629 81 64 65 Cetacean watching tours. Tel.: 678 844 128 www.olatu.net Bermeo www.matxitxako.net [email protected] Tel.: 666 791 021 [email protected] www.hegaluze.com Surfin’ Mundaka [email protected] Mundaka Surf Shop Surf School, individual Equipment rental and and group classes. Laida Kanoak courses. Tel.: 695 711 630 Paddle surf rentals, Mundaka [email protected] descent of the estuary. Tel.: 94 687 67 21 More information on: www.mundakasurfshop.com http://www.ingurumena.ejgv.euskadi.eus/libro/guia-lugares-interes-geologico/r49-12872/es/ Laida beach Tel.: 94 627 65 15 [email protected] www.laidakanoak.com [email protected]

Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 21 Txof Urki Abentura Scuba diving courses and immersions. Kayak, surf, climbing, orientation, Bermeo zip line, BTT and others. Tel.: 94 427 77 59 / 656 70 52 26 San Antonio-Sukarrieta Tel.: 667 522 312 UR Urdaibai www.urkiabentura.com Active tourism centre. Canoeing, [email protected] kayak rental and courses, stand-up paddle and surf. Kirolak Ibarrangelu Scuba diving. Tel.: 94 627 66 61 / 688 635 190 Gernika-Lumo www.urdaibai.com Tel.: 94 625 19 94 [email protected]

Water Activities Cetacean and Sports Observation

The is a privileged area where you will be able to spot and observe cetaceans very close to our coast.

Busturialdea-Urdaibai offers a wide range Bottlenose Dolphins, sperm whales, orcas and of possibilities when it comes to enjoying Cuvier’s beaked whales, are just some of the water activities and sports such as cetaceans that visit us. kayaking or scuba diving, among others. Specific Observatory: Cape Matxitxako.

Urdaebike Urdaibai On Bicycle rentals. Cultural-tourism boat excursions from Mundaka Gernika to Mundaka over the estuary. Tel.: 688 856 748 Mundaka www.urdaebike.com Tel.: 626 859 477 [email protected] www.urdaibaion.com [email protected] Urdaibai Kiroleroak Adventure tourism and activities in Urdaiferry Urdaibai. Kayaks, skating, climbing, Regular passenger ransport on the Urdaibai bicycle rental, and others. estuary between Laida, Mundaka and Bermeo Sukarrieta. Tel.: 699 761 736 / 645 739 918 Mundaka www.urdaibaikiroleroak.com Tel.: 622 222 919 [email protected] www.urdaiferry.com [email protected] 22 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve Active and Nature Tourism

Experiences Activities at the Estuary

Sail along the estuary of Mundaka to learn about the inner most corners of the

Bottlenose Dolphins, sperm whales, orcas and Biosphere Reserve to the rhythm of the Cuvier’s beaked whales, are just some of the tide; a unique and privileged way to visit cetaceans that visit us. the estuary and experience its wonders. Specific Observatory: Cape Matxitxako.

Urdaibai On Cultural-tourism boat excursions from Gernika to Mundaka over the estuary. Mundaka Tel.: 626 859 477 www.urdaibaion.com [email protected] SAILING THE KAYAK URDAIBAI: A LEGENDARY INTERIOR OF EXCURSIONS ESTUARY Urdaiferry URDAIBAI ESTUARY Urdaibai kiroleroak C.B. UR Urdaibai Regular passenger ransport on the Urdaibai Urdaibai On www.urdaibaikiroleroak.com www.urdaibai.com estuary between Laida, Mundaka and www.urdaibaion.com Tel.: 699 761 736 Tel.: 94 627 66 61 Sukarrieta. Tel.: 626 859 477 645 739 918 688 635 190 Mundaka [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Tel.: 622 222 919 www.urdaiferry.com [email protected] Entrance to estuary of Mundaka. Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 23 Birding

The great wealth of the Busturialdea-Urdaibai ecosystems and mainly the salt marsh, the most important wetland in the Basque Country, makes this an ideal bird-watching destination.

Interpretation Center: Urdaibai Natural Experience Bird Center BIRD CENTER, INVESTIGATING IN URDAIBAI Orueta 7 Urdaibai Bird Center 48314 (Gautegiz Arteaga) Tel.: 699 839 202 Tel.: 94 625 11 57 [email protected] [email protected] www.birdcenter.org

Observation Points: San Kristobal (Busturia), Orueta and Ozollo (Gautegiz Arteaga) Observatories. www.birdingeuskadi.com

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The aim is to create an environmental and sustainable culture and provide the necessary knowledge of the Euskadi Biodiversity Center. great natural heritage of Euskadi, the ecosystems of Urdaibai and the importance of their conservation.

Euskadi Biodiversity Centre. For the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity. San Bartolomé district. (Busturia) Tel.: 94 687 04 02 www.torremadariaga.org [email protected]

Euskadi Biodiversity Center. Admire native wild animal species, endangered fauna and other species that are already extinct from our surroundings.

Basondo. Endangered Wildlife Recovery Center. Morgotaurre Farmhouse, 9. Basondo district. (Kortezubi) Tel.: 94 625 44 36 www.basondo.com [email protected] Lynx. Basondo.

Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 25 A visit in which you can get to know the four essential ecosystems of the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve.

Views of Izaro and Ogoño.

Biosphere Reserve Route

Cantabrian Countryside and Holm Oak Grov Atlantic Forest A distinguishing feature of Created by human intervention Urdaibai; defines the landscape, in the environment. fauna and us. A natural setting for farmhouses and inhabited villages. Observation Point: San Pedro Atxarre. Observation Point: A magnificent watch-tower Axpe-Busturia Meadows. on Mount Atxarre (312 m) Ibarrangelu. Open Sea Great scenic and natural value at Marshlands both ecosystems: the coastal area Variety of aquatic ecosystems and the sea bed. (600 Ha). Observation Point: Request your route brochure Observation Point: Cape Matxitxako. at the Busturialdea-Urdaibai San Kristobal-Busturia´s Tourism Offices. sandy area.

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Busturialdea-Urdaibai overlooks the sea and its valleys, a unique and spectacular landscape.

San Pedro Atxarre. Ibarrangelu.

Biosphere Reserve Route Viewpoints

Santa Catalina Balcón de San Miguel de Mundaka Bizkaia Ereñozar On the entrance to the Mundaka Mendata Ereño estuary, its outlet dominates On the slopes of mountain, Located on the salt marsh, its A privileged place due to the before your eyes is a more views reach Gorbea Mountain and beauty of its surroundings, mountainous landscape of the the sea. Remains of an ancient converted into a recreational area. Urdaibai river basin, from where necropolis and a medieval castle you can get a glimpse of its (XI century) have been discovered San Pedro forest mass in all its fullness. beneath the hermitage. Atxarre Ibarrangelu Altamira San Juan de Morga Enjoy an idyllic panoramic view Gaztelugatxe of the Mundaka estuary and spot Viewpoint of great beauty, from Bermeo the hermitages of San Antonio where one can observe the Protected Biotope, 8km from Bermeo of Sukarrieta, Sta. Catalina of deep Ganbe valley, or and 3 km from cape Matxitxako. Mundaka and San Miguel de Sollube mountain. Close to the Uniquely beautiful landscape, with Ereñozar. hermitage of San Miguel. a hermitage at its peak.

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In Busturialdea-Urdaibai, the rural and seafaring co-exist; an exceptional fact that is reflected with great success in the variety of its cuisine.

Enjoy the traditional flavor of theGernika The highly-treasured Cantabrian anchovy, beans, a spoonful with appellation of exquisite both fresh and preserved, is fished origin. with care by our fishermen/women. Discover an authentic delight, the green The ‘Bonito del Norte’ or Albacore is yet pepper of Gernika, tender and flavorful. another delight to taste, freshly fished in summer, and year-round in the specialized local canned preserves. 28 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve Gastronomy and Eno-tourism

Fish, meats, vegetables, txakoli wine, cheeses… They are the result of the care and effort put forth by farmers and fishermen/women to obtain the best from both land and sea.

The traditional culinary culture and the high- quality natural products unite to offer an ample menu of gastronomical possibilities that have turned the area into a paradise for lovers of fine cuisine.

The category and Traditional flavors, home-cooking or innovative excellence of our dishes, all elaborated with affection and txakoli, with wineries assembled with products of the highest quality. leaders in the sector, also offer "a flavor all its own" for the most demanding palates. Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 29 Berroja Winery Txakoli, Nature and Landscape. Enotourism activities and events.

Ajurias, Berroja district, 12 bis 48392 Muxika Tel: 94 410 62 54 670 915 657 www.bodegaberroja.com [email protected]

Talleri Winery Enotourism Enotourism tours to learn Activities about the tradition of txakoli and this wine’s (Visits by prior appointment) elaboration process.

Erroteta district, s/n 48115 Morga Tel.: 94 465 16 89 / 637 737 540 www.bodegatalleri.com [email protected]

Bonopintxo An invitation to taste de Gernika-Lumo succulent pintxos in a "gastronomic route" throughout Gernika-Lumo.

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Remenetxe Amunategi Winery Restaurant Guided tours. & Winery Production of txakoli and recovery of Commented wine enological tastings of Basque heritage. winesand wines from around the World, led by Spanish Champion San Bartolomé, 57 48350 Busturia Sommelier, Jon Andoni Rementería. Tel: 685 737 398 www.amunategi.eu Ugarte district, 5 [email protected] 48392 Muxika Tel.: 94 625 35 20 www.remenetxe.com Merrutxu Winery [email protected] Accommodation and Enotourism Itsasmendi activities within the winery. Winery Merru, 15 48311 Ibarrangelu Innovative Winery Tel.: 94 627 64 35 / 626 86 03 95 where you can taste its www.casaruralpaisvasco.net [email protected] wide variety of txakoli wines.

Arane district, 3 48300 Gernika Tel.: 94 627 03 16 www.bodegasitsasmendi.com [email protected]

Learn more at the Gernika-Lumo Tourist Office. Artekale, 8 Tel: 94 625 58 92 www.gernika-lumo.net [email protected]

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Step into the world of txakoli at the hand of the Busturialdea- Urdaibai Wineries. Discover the pairing with local products, like the pintxos, and learn about the traditional gastronomical processes as canned fish preserves.

32 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve DELIGHT YOUR PALATE. AUTHENTIC PINTXOS OF EUSKADI

Monday’s in Gernika. Gernika-Lumo Tourism Office Tel.: 94 625 58 92 www.gernika-lumo.net [email protected] INTRODUCTION TO THE WORLD OF OUR TXAKOLI

Remenetxe Restaurant Tel.: 94 625 35 20 www.remenetxe.com [email protected] THE EXCITING HISTORY OF Eno-gastronomic A MILLENIAL WINE Itsasmendi Winery Tel.: 94 627 03 16 www.bodegasitsasmendi.com Experiences [email protected] TXAKOLI, NATURE AND LANDSCAPE. AN ENO-GASTRONOMIC EXPERIENCE

Berroja Winery Tel.: 94 410 62 54 670 915 657 www.bodegaberroja.com [email protected] IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE WORLD OF TXAKOLI

Talleri Winery Tel.: 94 465 16 89 637 73 75 40 www.bodegatalleri.com [email protected] A MULTISENSORY EXPERIENCE

Conservas Zallo Tel.: 94 618 63 18 www.zallo.com [email protected]

Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 33 Culture and Heritage

Oppidum of Arrola. Arratzu.

IN ARRATZU IN EA Arrolagune, Oppidum (Fort) of Urtubiaga Forge – Town Centre/ Arrola Interpretation Centre. Bedarona-Ogella intertidal beach/ Illustrates in detail and recreates life Natxitua. in the Iron Age fortress located on the Highly-valuable nature and cultural hilltop of Mount Arrola. tours. Guided tours by prior reservation. Tel.: 94 627 52 27 Loiola district, 4 www.eakoudala.net www.bizkaikoa.bizkaia.net IN FORUA IN BERMEO Forua Historic Site. Fisherman’s Museum. Church of San Martín de Tours and Introduces the fishing tradition Roman Settlement. of Bermeo and its importance in Shows an ample historical sequence the historical evolution of the town. of life and customs, from the Roman era Guided tours by prior reservation. to the present. Plaza Torrontero, 1 Guided tours by prior reservation. Tel.: 94 688 11 71 www.bizkaikoa.bizkaia.net www.bizkaikoa.bizkaia.net [email protected]

Ballenero Aita Guria. Recreates the life and work of XVII century whalers. Guided tours by prior reservation. Bermeo Port. Tel.: 94 617 91 21 www.aitaguria.bermeo.org/ [email protected]

34 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 35 Throughout history, man and nature have interacted in Busturialdea-Urdaibai. The generosity of its landscape and its privileged geographic location has forged customs and ways of life that survive in a rich heritage legacy, showcased to acquaint visitors.

IN GERNIKA-LUMO IN IBARRANGELU Assembly House and Tree of Gernika. San Andrés of Ibarrangelu “The Venue of the General Assembly of Sistine Chapel of Basque Art”. Biscay, (Parliament of Biscay). XVI century building that surprises Admission is free. Guided tours with prior in its interior with a spectacular and reservation. unique polychrome wooden vault, so Allende Salazar, s/n much by its architectural as its Tel.: 94 625 11 38 pictorial value. www.jjggbizkaia.net Guided tours year-round. [email protected] Reservations: 634 42 57 69 Euskal Herria Museum. [email protected] Dedicated to the history and culture of the Basque Country. IN KORTEZUBI Guided tours with prior reservation; Cave of Santimamiñe. audio guides. Archaeological site, declared Allende Salazar, 5 Tel.: 94 625 54 51 World Heritage Site in 2008. www.bizkaikoa.bizkaia.net Guided tours with prior reservation. [email protected] Basondo district. Tel.: 94 465 16 57 - 94 465 16 60 Gernika Peace Museum . www.bizkaikoa.bizkaia.net Recreates the tragic Bombing of santimamiñ[email protected] Gernika, as a catalyst to spread a Oma Forest. Culture of Peace. Interesting work of "Land Art" Guided tours by prior reservation. Plaza de los fueros, 1. accessible from a forest trail next to Tel.: 94 627 02 13 the Lezika Farmhouse/Restaurant. www.museodelapaz.org (35-minute walk to the forest). [email protected] Information and guided tour reservations. Oma district. For visits of museums in Gernika-Lumo Tel.: 94 465 16 57 there is a single ticket. On sale at the www.bizkaikoa.bizkaia.net 34 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve Tourist Office Gernika-Lumo. Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 35 Aizkolariak

Madalenak Elexalde. Arratzu

The Jacobean route in its coastal layout, classified in its section of Saint the Basque Country as a ‘Cultural- Historical Site’, covers numerous cultural heritage and tourism points James of interest in Busturialdea-Urdaibai. From Mendata to Morga, through Arratzu, Gernika-Lumo, and Muxika, Way Romanesque bridges, old roads and profound landscapes submerge the traveler in a magical spiritual journey.

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Aizkolariak Aratusteak

Madalenak Sokatira

Popular unrest recovers and maintains the folklore and Festivals recreates traditions, patron saint celebrations, popular feasts, and pilgrimages to the hermitages. and Cultural Rural and autochthonous sports are not lacking, inheritance and the result of an ancestral way Events of a life. www.turismourdaibai.com

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The day ends, you start…. Experience San Juan de Sunset in San Juan de Gaztelugatxe. Gaztelugatxe. SAP Urdaibai (Includes boat trip with Hegaluze) www.sapurdaibai.com Tel.: 94 647 8320 / 662 90 69 89 Bermeo Tourism Office. [email protected] www.bermeokoudala.net www.hegaluze.com Tel.: 94 617 91 54 [email protected]

38 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 39 Culture and Heritage Experiences Get to know the history of the Basque People, the emblematic Tree of Gernika, in History, the spectacular game of Cesta Punta (Jai Alai) and the wonders of a unique Culture and Landscapes landscape. "" Mural, Piccaso. Gernika-Lumo.

The generosity of the The roots of Euskadi: forest – Arotz Tourist Route. Gernika. Visit Urdaibai.eus Gernika Tourism Office Nueva Europa S.L www.gernika-lumo.net Te.: 94 625 06 06 Tel.: 94 625 58 92 www.visiturdaibai.com [email protected] [email protected] Basque Pelota and you: Traditional sport that’s got a following- Gernika Jai Alai. Personal experience on the court/ Demonstrations. Gernika Jai Alai Tel.: 94 625 26 01 / 658 750 627 [email protected] 38 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 39 Restaurant and Steakhouses

Artza Gai Sai Mañuko Benta AJANGIZ Askatasun bidea, 1 (Combined dishes) Mañu district, s/n Herriko Taberna Tel.: 94 688 35 77 Arresi, 28-30 Tel.: 94 688 56 01 Elexalde district Tel.: 94 688 49 98 Tel.: 94 625 74 54 Beitxi San Pedro Cofradía Eskoikiz, 6 Itsas Gane Erroxape quay, s/n ARRATZU Tel.: 94 688 53 72 (Combined dishes) Tel.: 94 688 35 64 Herriko Taberna Futbol Zelaia Loiola district Bengoetxe Tel.: 94 688 09 46 Txalaparta Tel.: 94 625 05 16 (Steakhouse) (Combined dishes) Artike bidea, 27 Izaro Taberna Atalde, 1 Olesko Taberna Tel.: 94 688 16 76 (Combined dishes) Barrutia district 94 618 67 67 Lamera, s/n Txurrut Tel.: 94 625 53 56 Tel.: 94 688 11 12 Combined dishes Bermeoko Lopez Díaz de Haro, 3 Kafe Antzokia Izokin Tel.: 94 688 13 66 BERMEO Aurrekoetxea, 27 (Combined dishes) Aguirre Tel.: 94 688 02 16 Aurrekoetxea, 22 Zabal Eder Lope de Haro, 5 Tel.: 94 688 48 91 (Combined dishes) Tel.: 94 688 08 30 Cannon Lope Díaz de Haro, 2 94 618 63 46 (Steakhouse) Jokin Tel.: 94 688 25 71 Mañu district, 2 Eupeme Deuna, 13 Tel.: 94 688 34 76 Tel.: 94 688 40 89 Zokoa Aurrekoetxea, 2 (Combined dishes) Tel.: 94 688 08 59 Casino Jatetxe txinatarra Askatasun bidea, 42 Lamera, s/n Santamañe, 4 Tel.: 94 602 83 95 Alde Zaharra Tel.: 94 603 94 11 Tel.: 94 602 83 92 (Combined dishes) Zubigane Erremedio, 21 Döner Kebab Kennedy (Combined dishes) Tel.: 94 618 75 75 (Combined dishes) Arresi, 23 Kale Istua, 2 Intxausti, 28 Tel.: 94 688 28 49 Tel.: 94 688 52 54 Almiketxu Tel.: 94 602 99 97 (Steakhouse) Lehioa BUSTURIA Almike district, 8 Döner Kebab Euskadi (Combined dishes) Tel.: 94 688 09 25 (Combined dishes) Tonpoi Bidea, 13 Abiña Buru Zubiar Tar Kepa, 8 Tel.: 94 646 01 10 Axpe district, 41 Tel.: 94 647 78 95 Tel.: 94 687 03 44

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Batzoki Errekaixe Jatetxea Ereñozar Kanala Axpe district, 8 Nagusia, 13 Plaza Eleixalde Kanala Tel.: 94 687 09 85 Tel.: 94 627 50 33 Tel.: 94 625 81 41 (Gernika-Laida Rd.) Tel.: 94 625 33 90 Eguzki Lore Ermintxo ERRIGOITI Axpe district, 76 Natxitua district Tel.: 94 687 04 40 Tel.: 94 627 77 00 Elizalde Herriko GERNIKA- Taberna LUMO Goialde Eskoikiz Jatetxea Eleixalde district Tel.: 94 625 82 72 Ai Ene! Altamira, 47 Goikoa Bidea, 1 Bizkaia 12 Tel.: 94 617 11 70 Tel.: 94 627 52 62 FORUA Tel.: 94 603 43 35 MD Gastro Herriko Taberna Baserri Maitea Alboka (Torre Madariaga) Bedarona district Atxondoa district, s/n Juan Kaltzada, 105 San Bartolomé district, 34 Tel.: 94 627 51 29 Tel.: 94 625 34 08 Tel.: 94 625 26 67 Tel.: 94 687 10 04 ELANTXOBE Landa Berde Arane Palace Taberna Carlos Gangoiti, 61 Arane district, s/n Jatetxea Itxas-Etxea Tel.: 94 625 76 25 Tel.: 94 625 38 42 Axpe district, 132 Puerto, 2 Tel.: 94 687 00 69 Tel.: 94 627 66 27 GAUTEGIZ Arrien Eriabarrena, 2 Taberna Barri Makues ARTEAGA Altamira district, 34 Bidekalea, 1 bajo Asia Döner Enbor Tel.: 653 08 99 89 Tel.: 94 627 66 27 Herriko Taberna Carlos Gangoiti, 7 Herriko enparantza, 1 Tel.: 94 625 78 32 Tenis Pub Tel.: 94 625 68 96 Camino La Estación, 26 EREÑO Auzune Tel.: 94 617 12 08 Arita Berri Castillo de Arteaga Restaurante-Bar Basetxetas, 23 Gaztelubide, 7 Aita Luis Villasante, 25 EA Tel.: 94 625 65 46 Tel.: 94 627 04 40 Tel.: 94 625 67 06 Aritza Atxoste Egala Taberna Batzoki Aritza, 15 Basetxetas Herriko enparantza, 4 Carlos Gangoiti, 7 Tel.: 94 627 50 29 Tel.: 94 625 52 81 Tel.: 94 625 04 54 Tel.: 94 625 38 58

40 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 41 Bengo-Etxe Julen Santanape Arketa Camping Juan Kaltzada, 71 Industria, 14 Carlos Gangoiti, 42 Laida beach Tel.: 94 625 53 09 Tel.: 94 625 49 27 Tel.: 94 625 11 91 Tel.: 94 627 81 18

Boliña Junira San Juan Atxarre Barrenkalea, 3 Araba, 8 San Juan, s/n Laida beach Tel.: 94 625 03 00 Tel.: 94 465 37 53 Tel.: 94 625 70 86 Tel.: 94 627 66 79

Donapizza (Pizzería) Lehiope Simbo (Chinese) Batzoki Askatasuna, 1 (Combined dishes) Juan Kaltzada, 6 Elexalde district Tel.: 94 625 14 64 Don Tello, 22 Tel.: 94 625 08 70 Tel.: 639 963 710 Tel.: 94 625 39 26 Döner Kebab Euskadi Telepizza Bizkaine Iparagirre, 20 Bar Juan Calzada, 75 Laida beach Tel.: 94 625 06 11 Industria, 14 Tel.: 94 646 60 44 Tel.: 94 627 64 73 Tel.: 94 465 37 69 Gernika Twente Café-Bar Gabiri Industria, 2 1000 Azules San Bartolomé, 2 Elexalde district Tel.: 94 625 07 78 Pablo Piccaso, 7 Tel.: 94 465 31 85 Tel.: 94 627 65 33 Tel.: 94 603 55 31 Gerni-Jan Zaharra Gorape (Comb. dishes/ 1000 Kolorau Adolfo Urioste, 1 Elexalde district hamburgers) San Juan Ibarra, 9 Tel.: 94 625 05 87 Tel.: 94 627 60 95 Bekoibarra, 27 Tel.: 94 625 76 19 Tel.: 94 627 14 54 Zallo Barri Itsas ametsa Nere Kabia Juan Kaltzada, 79 Elexalde district Giusseppe´s (Pizzería) (Hamburgers) Tel.: 94 625 18 00 Tel.: 94 627 66 90 Miguel Unamuno, 6 Nere Kabia, 4 Tel.: 94 625 74 13 Tel.: 94 625 41 13 Zimela Ondartza Carlos Gangoiti, 57 Laida beach Hang Zhou (Chinese) Oiñak Tel.: 94 625 10 12 Tel.: 94 627 65 01 Iparagirre, 16 (Combined dishes) Tel.: 94 625 71 74 Don Tello, 12 Toki-Alai Tel.: 94 625 37 29 IBARRANGELU Laga beach Hiru Saku Akorda Tel.: 94 627 62 53 Pablo Piccaso, 7 Rugby Bar Akorda district Tel.: 94 603 54 11 (Sanwiches) Tel.: 94 627 62 44 Portu, 3 629 645 933 KORTEZUBI Ipar Tabernie Tel.: 659 240 680 Lezika Beko Ibarra, 35 Arketa Erretegia Basondo district, 8 Tel.: 94 625 13 50 Sakone Laida beach Tel.: 94 625 29 75 Aita Luis Villasante, 7 Tel.: 94 627 61 16 Tel.: 94 627 04 19

42 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 43 Marko Erretegia Hotel Atalaya Kamiñoko Urrutxua (Alehouse) (Sandwiches/ (Steakhouse) (Steakhouse) Santa Ana district, s/n Combined dishess) Gernika-Bermeo Rd. Balcón de Bizkaia Rd. Tel.: 94 625 39 99 Itxaropen,1 Tel.: 94 625 51 46 Tel.: 94 625 45 26 Tel.: 94 617 70 00

MENDATA Hotel El Puerto MUXIKA NABARNIZ (Sandwiches) Astei Artape Aboitiz Portu,1 Montecalvo Elexalde district, 7 Elexalde district, 2 Tel.: 94 687 67 25 Tel.: 94 625 13 79 Tel.: 94 673 23 18 Tel.: 94 625 50 28 La Fonda Zarrabenta Bizkargi Bide Herriko Taberna Plaza Olazabal Olabe district Gorozika district Elexalde district, 12 Tel.: 94 687 65 43 (Zarrabenta) Tel.: 94 630 96 26 Tel.: 94 625 60 40 Los Txopos (Bar/ Nabarniz MORGA Hamburgers) Etxeko Elexalde district, 40 Txopuetak, 1 bajo Kurtzero district Estarta Tel.: 94 625 05 58 Bº Andra Mari, s/n Tel.: 94 687 64 82 Tel.: 94 625 34 95 Tel.: 94 625 66 23 Mundaka Hostel Gorozika SUKARRIETA Katxi & Sports Café (Cider House) La Marisma Andra Mari district, s/n Santa Katalina, s/n Gorozika district, 1 Arana Goiri tar Sabin, 2 Tel.: 94 625 02 95 Tel.: 94 602 84 77 Tel.: 94 630 91 50 Tel.: 94 687 10 58 688 849 434 Poli Andra Mari district, s/n Portuondo Kaltzada Tel.: 94 625 66 32 Gernika-Bermeo Rd. Kurtzero district Tel.: 94 687 60 50 Tel.: 94 625 86 04 MUNDAKA Taberna Barri Asador El Bodegón Txakoli Kepa Deuna, 1 Portuondo Kurtzero district Tel.: 94 687 63 53 (AleHouse) Gernika-Bermeo Rd. Txori-Errota Bar Goikoa Tel.: 94 687 60 50 Ariatza district, 1 (Sandwiches) Tel.: 94 625 52 05 Goiko Kalea, 40 MURUETA Tel.: 94 602 98 63 Remenetxe Hotel Ibaigune Larrabe district Ugarte district, 6 El Casino Tel.: 94 625 72 82 Tel.: 94 625 35 20 Kepa Deuna, 1 Tel.: 94 687 60 05

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GAUTEGIZ AJANGIZ: ARISTIETA ARTEAGA: URRESTI Kanpantxu district, 12 Basetxeta district, 12 Tel.: 94 625 85 00 Tel.: 94 625 18 43 [email protected] [email protected] www.aristieta.com www.urresti.net BERMEO: IBARRANGELU: ARTIKETXE MERRUTXU Artike district, 16 Merru district, 15 Tlf: 94 688 23 12 / 94 688 56 29 Tel.: 626 860 395 www.nekatur.net [email protected] www.merrutxu.com BERMEO: KASA BARRI IBARRANGELU: Mañu district, 13 ZUBIBARRIAGA Tel.:94 688 53 89 / 686 627 430 Gendika district, 1 [email protected] Tel.: 94 627 63 16 www.kasabarri.com www.nekatur.net

BERMEO: LUR DEIA KORTEZUBI: MORGOTA Artike district, s/n Basondo district Tel.: 666 477 665 Tel.: 94 625 27 72 [email protected] [email protected] www.lurdeia.com www.morgota.com

BUSTURIA: ITURBE MUXIKA: ASTEI San Bartolomé district, 20 Montecalvo Rd. Tel.: 94 618 64 91 / 636 328 135 Astei Farmhouse [email protected] Tel.: 94 673 23 18 www.nekatur.net www.nekatur.net

EREÑO: ENDEITXE MUXIKA: IBERREKO ERROTA Gernika- Rd. (Bi-638) Ariatza district, s/n Tel.: 94 625 75 11 / 650 03 02 31 Tel.: 94 625 45 67 [email protected] [email protected] www.nekatur.net www.nekatur.net

ERRIGOITI: MADALEN ELANTXOBE: AURREKOA Madalen district Tel.: 94 625 46 31 [email protected] www.nekatur.net 44 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 45 COUNTRY INNS

GAUTEGIZ URRESTI AJANGIZ: ASTOBIETA ARTEAGA: OZOLLO Basetxeta district, 12 Kanpantxu district, 57 Ozollo district, 3 Tel.: 94 625 18 43 Tel.: 679 057 905 Tel.: 94 625 10 13 / 666 70 57 21 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.urresti.net www.nekatur.net www.casaruralozollo.com GAUTEGIZ MERRUTXU BERMEO: ARRIZURIETA ARTEAGA: TXOPEBENTA Merru district, 15 Mañu district, 43 Zendokiz district (Basetxeta) Tel.: 626 860 395 Tel.: 607 48 27 00 Tel.: 94 625 49 23 / 629 45 50 79 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.merrutxu.com www.arrizurieta.es www.nekatur.net BERMEO: GAUTEGIZ ZUBIBARRIAGA MAÑUKO BENTA ARTEAGA: UGALDE BARRI Gendika district, 1 Mañu district, s/n (Sollube Summit) Kanala district, 22 Tel.: 94 627 63 16 Tel.: 94 688 56 01 / 94 688 12 12 Tel.: 94 625 65 77 / 609 44 81 21 www.nekatur.net [email protected] [email protected] www.manuko-benta.com www.nekatur.net MORGOTA Basondo district BUSTURIA: ONTXENE IBARRANGELU: ARBOLIZ Tel.: 94 625 27 72 San Kristobal district Arboliz district, 12 [email protected] Gorritxikale, 1 Tel.: 94 627 62 83 / 665 733 936 www.morgota.com Tel.: 94 687 03 89 [email protected] [email protected] www.arboliz.com www.casaruralontxene.com ASTEI EA: Montecalvo Rd. ANDUTZA Astei Farmhouse MUXIKA: ALDORI Angelutxu district, 15 Tel.: 94 673 23 18 Zabale, 8 Tel.: 94 465 10 36 / 635 73 35 69 www.nekatur.net Tel.: 94 627 15 09 [email protected] [email protected] www.casaruralandutza.com www.aldori.es IBERREKO ERROTA EA: Ariatza district, s/n EA ASTEI Tel.: 94 625 45 67 Olagorta district MUXIKA: PAGAIGOIKOA [email protected] Tel.: 94 627 65 11 Gorozika district. Agirre, 3 www.nekatur.net [email protected] Tel.: 626 10 56 38 / 699 29 38 31 www.astei.net [email protected] www.pagaigoikoa.com ELANTXOBE: OGOÑOMENDI Bermokiz, 6 Tel.: 657 716 648 [email protected] www.nekatur.net

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BERMEO: RURAL HOTEL GERNIKA-LUMO: GERNIKA *** ATXURRA*** Carlos Gangoiti,17 Apartamentos Tel.: 94 625 03 50 Arronategi district, s/n [email protected] Tel.: 94 465 44 04 www.hotel-gernika.com [email protected] www.hotelatxurra.com BERMEO: IBARRANGELU: RURAL HOTEL TXARAKA ** GAMETXO * Camino de Almike Gametxo district Tel.: 94 688 55 58 Tel.: 94 627 77 10 [email protected] [email protected] www.hoteltxaraka.com www.hotelgametxo.com

EA: RURAL HOTEL MORGA: RURAL HOTEL ERMINTXO * KATXI** Elexalde district Natxitua Andra Mari district s/n Tel.: 94 627 77 00 Tel.: 94 627 07 40 [email protected] [email protected] www.euskalnet.net/ermintxo www.katxi.com

GAUTEGIZ ARTEAGA: MUNDAKA: ATALAYA ** Itxaropen, 1 CASTILLO DE Tel.: 94 617 70 00 [email protected] ARTEAGA **** www.atalayahotel.es Gaztelubide, 7 Tel.: 94 627 04 40 [email protected] www.castillodearteaga.com MUNDAKA: EL PUERTO * GERNIKA-LUMO: Portu, 1 Tel.: 94 687 67 25 BOLIÑA * [email protected] Barrenkale, 3 www.hotelelpuerto.com Tel.: 94 625 03 00 [email protected]

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GERNIKA *** MUNDAKA: KURUTZIAGA BERMEO: ALDATZETA * Carlos Gangoiti,17 JAUREGIA * Erremedio, 24 Tel.: 94 625 03 50 Kurtzio, 1 Tel.: 94 618 77 03 [email protected] Tel.: 94 687 69 25 [email protected] www.hotel-gernika.com [email protected] www.kurutziagajauregia.com

RURAL HOTEL MUNDAKA: ECO-HOTEL MUNDAKA * BERMEO: TORRE ERCILLA ** GAMETXO * Florentino Larrinaga, 9 Talaranzko bidea, 14-1º Gametxo district Tel.: 94 687 67 00 Tel.: 94 618 75 98 Tel.: 94 627 77 10 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.hotelmundaka.com www.hotelgametxo.com EA: BEKALE RURAL HOTEL MURUETA: IBAIGUNE * Barria, 2 Tel.: 94 627 59 02 Larrabe district, 48 KATXI** [email protected] Andra Mari district s/n Tel.: 94 625 72 82 www.bekalepentsioa.com Tel.: 94 627 07 40 [email protected] [email protected] www.ibaigune.com www.katxi.com ELANTXOBE: ITSASMIN ** Nagusia, 32 MUXIKA: Tel.: 94 627 61 74 ATALAYA ** HOTEL URUNE [email protected] Itxaropen, 1 Txakale district, 8 www.itsasmin.com Tel.: 94 617 70 00 Tel.: 94 465 16 63 [email protected] [email protected] www.atalayahotel.es www.urunehotela.com ERRIGOITI: ELIZETXE * , 161 Bº Elizalde EL PUERTO * Tel.: 94 625 61 94 Portu, 1 www.toprural.com Tel.: 94 687 67 25 [email protected] www.hotelelpuerto.com GERNIKA-LUMO: AKELARRE OSTATUA** Barrenkale, 5 Tel.: 94 627 01 97 [email protected] www.hotelakelarre.com

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AJANGIZ: LURRASKA MORGA: MEAKAUR FARM-SCHOOL Meakaur district, 1 Kanpantxu district, s/n Tel.: 94 491 17 46 Tel.: 94 625 72 45 [email protected] [email protected] www.albergue-meakaur.com www.lurraska.com BUSTURIA: MUXIKA: GOROZIKA PARESI Gorozika district, 25 IBARRANGELU: San Kristobal district Tel.: 94 673 13 32 / 658 75 78 34 Tel.: 94 687 00 50 [email protected] www.gorozika.com

ELANTXOBE URGOZO ELANTXOBE: MCPAL HOSTEL MUXIKA: Zugastieta district Puerto, 20 Tel.: 94 421 19 36 Tel.: 902 54 09 99 [email protected] www.suspergintza.net

ERRIGOITI: NATURE WORKSHOP Metxikas district TOURIST Tel.: 94 625 41 90 imadariaga.errigoiti@ HOSTELS bizkaia.org

GAUTEGIZ BARATZE MUNDAKA HOSTEL ARTEAGA: MUNDAKA: FARM-SCHOOL & SPORTS CAFÉ Oxina Farmhouse, Basetxetas district Santa Catalina, s/n Tel.: 94 625 56 06 Tel.: 94 602 84 77 / 688 849 434 [email protected] [email protected] www.baratze.com www.mundakahostel.com (in process) GERNIKA- LUMO: GERNIKA ATERPETXEA Kortezubi Rd. 9 Tel.: 94 465 07 75 [email protected] www.suspergintza.net

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MEAKAUR BUSTURIA: LARRAGO MUNDAKA: MUNDAKA Meakaur district, 1 RURAL APARTMENTS Lorategi, 1-A Tel.: 94 491 17 46 San Bartolomé district, 18 Tel.: 94 602 84 00 [email protected] Tel.: 94 465 44 13 / 699 79 77 82 [email protected] www.albergue-meakaur.com [email protected] www.apartamentos www.larrago.com mundaka.com GOROZIKA Gorozika district, 25 IBARRANGELU: GAMETXO Tel.: 94 673 13 32 / 658 75 78 34 Gametxo district [email protected] Tel.: 94 627 77 10 www.gorozika.com [email protected] www.hotelgametxo.com URGOZO Zugastieta district Tel.: 94 421 19 36

CAMPINGS

MUNDAKA: CAMPING PORTUONDO (1ª) Camping and bungalow Gernika-Bermeo Rd. MUNDAKA HOSTEL Tel.: 94 687 77 01 & SPORTS CAFÉ [email protected] www.campingportuondo.com Santa Catalina, s/n Tel.: 94 602 84 77 / 688 849 434 [email protected] www.mundakahostel.com (in process)

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Basque Ways Guided tours. Tel.: 617 33 25 13 [email protected] www.basqueways.com Amalur Hello Urdaibai Bisitak Receptive Agency. Apdo. Post Box nº12 Guided tours. 48370 Bermeo Tel.: 688 81 65 79 Tel.: 627 477 180 [email protected] [email protected] www.amalurbisitak.com www.hellourdaibai.com

50 Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve Sap Urdaibai Personal assistance, transportation and guides. Bizkaiko Jaurerria, 19 48370 Bermeo Tel.: 94 647 83 20 662 906 989 [email protected] www.sapurdaibai.com Stop Incentives & Events Receptive agency. Portuondo district, 4 48360 Mundaka Tel. 94 442 46 89 www.stop.es Urdaibai On Guided tours to Beresi Forest. Mundaka Tel. 626 859 477 [email protected] www.urdaibaion.com Urdaihide Fauna-inspired ecotourism Lagatour excursions. Guided tours, excursions Tel.: 666 465 950 (Spanish) 616 101 235 (English / Euskera) and events. [email protected] Elexalde, 1 www.urdaihide.es 48311 Ibarrangelu www.urdaibaibasatiexperience.com Tel. 634 42 57 69 [email protected] Visit Urdaibai.eus www.lagatour.com Tourist-Cultural circuits, customized visits and events. Milla a milla Nueva Europa S.L Car Rental in Urdaibai. Carlos Gangoiti, 15-ground floor Tel. 656 741 558 48.300 Gernika-Lumo [email protected] Tel.: 94 625 0606 / 634 243 762 www.alquilerdecochesurdaibai.com [email protected] www.rentacarurdaibai.com www.visiturdaibai.com

Busturialdea - URDAIBAI, Biosphere Reserve 51 Products of Urdaibai Farmhouse Products Sheep’s Cheese () Longane Lurkoi Baserria Arronategi San Bartolomé district, 11A () Bermeo Busturia Sabin Aranburu Goikoetxe Farmhouse Tel.: 94 688 22 29 / 669 66 03 56 Tel.: 94 688 37 47 / 607 400 022 Bº Mauma [email protected] [email protected] Muxika www.longane.es www.lurkoibaserria.com Tel.: 94 673 35 43 Nanike Barrenetxe-Barri Farmhouse Kiwis Goat’s Cheese Idokiliz district, 7 Kortezubi Kiwis Intxausti Tel.: 94 625 56 31 / 690 61 65 47 Erreketa Etxebarri Farmhouse Albiz district., Palomar Farmhouse [email protected] Arratzu www.nanike.es Mendata Tel.: 94 625 73 31 Tel.: 94 627 78 07 www.kiwisintxausti.com Ecological Loiolene Baserria Cider Agriculture (Ecological Kiwis) Loiolene Farmhouse, 9 Kandi Aristieta Baserria Arratzu Ugarte district, 40 Kanpantxu district, 12 Tel.: 94 625 44 54 / 665 739 345 Muxika Ajangiz www.loiolene.tk Tel.: 94 625 33 82 Tel.: 94 625 85 00 Agroturismo Urresti Cow´s Cheese Farm-fresh bread Basetxeta district, 12 Gautegiz Arteaga Asociación Bizkaigane Ajangizko Ogia Tel.: 94 625 18 43 San Miguel Farmhouse Mendieta district, 44 Errigoiti Ajangiz Tel.: 94 625 62 15 Tel.: 94 625 83 60

Euskal Souvenirs Gernike Geuzetxuek Shop of Products, Gifts and Basque Products. Delicatessen and typically Souvenirs, all related to the Gernika-Lumo Basque Product Shop. Basque Country. Tel.: 94 627 87 09 Askatasun Bidea, 1 bajo Andra Mari, s/n [email protected] Bermeo Gernika-Lumo www.gernike.com Tel.: 94 688 25 42 Tel.: 94 625 19 30 [email protected]

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Ibargoiti Farmhouse Txakoli Kerixene Bodega Berroja Kortezubi Orueta district, 6 Berroja district Tel.: 94 625 23 68 Gautegiz Arteaga Muxika Tel.: 94 625 44 51 Tel.: 94 410 62 54 Urkimendi Farmhouse www.bodegaberroja.com Bermeo Txakoli Kandi Tel.: 94 688 56 03 (S.A.T. KANDI) Txakoli Jesus Olaizola Ugarte district, 40 Merrutxu Enrique Amurrio, 5 Muxika Merrutxu Farmhouse Gernika-Lumo Tel.: 94 625 33 82 Merru district, 15 Tel.: 94 625 35 49 Ibarrangelu Bodegas Tel.: 94 627 64 35 / 626 86 03 95 Itsasmendi Gernikako Indaba Arane district, s/n Omabeiti (Gernika Beans) Gernika-Lumo Txakolina Tel.: 94 627 03 16 / 677 58 03 62 Omabeiti Farmhouse www.bodegasitsasmendi.com Basondo district, 12 Zubiaur Goikoa Kortezubi Farmhouse Amunategi Tel.: 94 625 45 54 Ajangiz Txakolina Tel.: 94 625 68 82 San Bartolomé district Bodega Talleri Busturia Erroteta district, s/n Nanike Tel.: 685 73 73 98 48115 Morga Barrenetxe-Barri Farmhouse www.amunategi.eu Tel.: 94 465 16 89 / 637 737 540 Bº Idokiliz, 7 www.bodegatalleri.com Kortezubi Tel.: 94 625 56 31 www.nanike.es Souvenirs Itsasora Begira Kuttun Mundaka BC Nautical fashion, gifts Articles and complements Basque fashion and and souvenirs. with a unique design and accessory brand. Nardiz tar benantzio, 20 bajo Basque spirit in every detail. Lehendakari Agirre Enparantza Bermeo Carlos Gangoiti, 15-ground floor Mundaka Tel.: 94 688 10 29 Gernika-Lumo Tel. 94 465 54 56 [email protected] Tel.: 94 625 06 06 [email protected] berton.com [email protected] www.mundakabc.com www.visiturdaibai.com www.mundakabcstore.com

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TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICES BERMEO TOURIST OFFICE GERNIKA-LUMO TOURIST OFFICE Lamera, s/n Artekale, 8 Tel.: 94 617 91 54 Tel.: 94 625 58 92 www.bermeokoudala.net www.gernika-lumo.net [email protected] [email protected] MUNDAKA TOURIST OFFICE MENDATA INFORMATION POINT Joseba Deuna, s/n Eleixalde, s/n Tel.: 94 617 72 01 Tel.: 94 625 72 04 www.mundakaturismo.com www.mendata.es [email protected] [email protected] Open Season only URREMENDI LOCAL EA TOURIST OFFICE TOURISM MANAGEMENT Donibane enparantza Plaza Domingo Alegría, s/n Tel.: 649 354 834 Gernika-Lumo SAN JUAN DE GAZTELUGATXE Tel.: 94 625 76 09 www.turismourdaibai.com TOURIST OFFICE [email protected] Ermita de San Juan de Gaztelugatxe (Bermeo)

EMERGENCY NUMBERS GERNIKA-LUMO HOSPITAL EMERGENCY 112 Tel.: 94 627 40 00

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